Archaeology

Feb 7, 2022 • 6 min read

Stonehenge is a swirl of ancient myths and modern controversy. Use this guide to get the most out of your visit.

Feb 1, 2022 • 5 min read

Follow in the footsteps of the Greek gods on this journey to the 10 top sites from Greek mythology.

Jan 13, 2022 • 8 min read

Explore mosques, caves and more within two hours of Cyprus' capital city.

Jan 10, 2022 • 6 min read

The sands of Egypt are constantly revealing their treasures. These are the new ways to learn about Egypt's ancient past.

Dec 13, 2021 • 5 min read

Learn about New Mexico's first people and get hands-on with science and snakes at a variety of museums across the state's largest city.

Nov 17, 2021 • 6 min read

Exploring Cyprus with your own wheels will give you time to savor attractions that you’d struggle to visit by bus. Here are the island's top road trips.

Oct 28, 2021 • 4 min read

If you really want to get to know the Spanish city, its history and its culture, hit this selection of intriguing museums.

Sep 14, 2021 • 6 min read

Arizona's famous canyon and its surrounding national park offer visual beauty and natural quiet. Learn more about its history and what it's like to visit now.

Nov 19, 2020 • 6 min read

War, weather, cosmic intervention or simply a case of purpose served… nothing lasts forever. Here are the world's most intriguing lost cities.

Oct 14, 2020 • 5 min read

From the city's history to how to buy tickets, here's everything you need to know to plan a visit to ancient Pompeii, one of Italy’s most haunting sights.

Sep 24, 2020 • 6 min read

Menorca, the easternmost of Spain’s Balearic Islands, has a fierce commitment to sustainability. Here's how it has approached low-key, responsible tourism.

Sep 18, 2020 • 5 min read

Call it the Instagram effect: some sites are more impressive in person than they seem to be in pics, and others fail to live up to their billing.

Sep 16, 2020 • 6 min read

Get to know the history behind Peru's most famous site: the fascinating Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

Sep 10, 2020 • 7 min read

Follow pagan history on the Ridgeway, an 87-mile-long walking route in southern England.

Aug 25, 2020 • 5 min read

There are more than 3,000 national parks around the world, and many of them offer spectacular scuba diving. Here are our favorite six destinations.

Jul 21, 2020 • 6 min read

Skip the crowds in national and state parks and head to national forests for incredible history, great scenery, and secluded camping opportunities.

May 15, 2020 • 6 min read

These four regions in mainland Greece that will impress you with their history, scenery, and a great mix of things to see and do.

Jan 7, 2020 • 5 min read

Personal narratives add to the experience for visitors to the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

Jan 2, 2020 • 5 min read

With its white beaches, ancient sites and many islands, how do you choose where to go? Here are our top experiences for first-time visitors to Greece.

Dec 9, 2019 • 4 min read

Qatar has earned its place on the tourist map, positioning itself as a vibrant and welcoming destination. Here's why you should make a short stopover.

Nov 26, 2019 • 7 min read

Castles, climbing, cooking lessons, Roman ruins, hiking trails, handicraft workshops and more. Here’s some inspiration for a day’s escape from Amman.

Nov 22, 2019 • 7 min read

India’s ancient stepwells are geometric marvels that astound and confound. Here are seven of the most beautiful with info on how to visit them yourself.